Derby City Fly Fishers

OTTER CREEK FREE BEGINNERS FLY FISHING CLASS
2025-11-15 09:00 - 13:00 (America/Kentucky/Louisville) | Otter Creek Outdoor Recreation Area, Otter Creek Outdoor Recreation Area, KY, 40108, United States
A free beginners fly fishing class will be offered by Derby City Fly Fishing Club at Otter Creek Park, from 9am to 1pm on Saturday November 15. Hot dogs with the trimmings will be offered. Club fly rods and a limited quantity of waders will be
available or bring your own gear.
Experienced fly fishers from the Club will be present to discuss and demonstrated the sport. A Kentucky Fishing License are required, as well as a day pass for Otter Creek Park. Click here to purchase.
MENTORS AND MENTEES: This will be an ideal time for you to get on the water as Otter Creek has been stocked with trout by the Kentucky State Department of Fish and Wildlife.
To sign up as a student or a volunteer, please click here.

Quest Outdoors Fly Tying
2025-11-15 10:30 - 12:00 | Quest Outdoors, 4600 Shelbyville Road, Louisville, KY, 40207, United States
The 3rd Saturday of Every Month. 10:30am to Noon

Quest Outdoors is pleased to announce they are resuming fly tying classes the 3rd Saturday of each month, beginning in Please call if you have any questions.

Monthly Meeting
2025-11-19 18:30 - 20:30 | Bass Pro – Clarksville, IN, 951 E. Lewis & Clark Parkway, Clarksville, IN, 47129, United States
Meetings are open to everyone, you do not have to be a member to attend. The November meeting will host our annual election of Club Officers, as well as a discussion / demonstration of safety and first aid techniques. This will be our last formal meeting of he year. Please plan to attend.

Board of Directors Meeting
2025-12-03 18:30 - 20:30 | Roosters, Springhurst, 3601 Springhurst BLVD, Louisville, KY, 40241, United States
You don’t have to be a Board Member to attend. Everyone is welcome and encouraged to attend and contribute. The meeting starts at 6:30 PM and is over by 8:30 PM.

Come on out and see how your club is run. Give us your ideas and maybe consider getting involved (there are a number of opportunities to help out and you don’t have to be on the Board to do so.)
Afterwards we head to a local restaurant for a bite to eat, a drink and some socialization.

Kentuckiana Fly Tyers Fly Tying Night
2025-12-04 18:00 - 21:00, 2026-02-05 18:00 - 21:00, 2026-03-05 18:00 - 21:00 | Roosters on Shelbyville Rd., 10430 Shelbyville Rd, Louisville, KY, 40223
Kentuckiana Fly Tyers conducts their monthly meeting the First Thursday of each Month. If you haven’t tied before, and would like to learn, they will provide you with the equipment, materials, and instruction to start you out. If you already tie, come out and bring whatever you would like to tie, and socialize.
Please click the applicable RSVP button below if you plan on attending so they can make sure they have enough materials to go around. We hope to see you all there.

RSVP – Tyers

RSVP – Beginners

Eat & Talk
2025-12-10 18:30 - 20:30, 2026-01-14 18:30 - 20:30, 2026-02-11 18:30 - 20:30, 2026-03-11 18:30 - 20:30 | Roosters on Shelbyville Rd., 10430 Shelbyville Rd, Louisville, KY, 40223
We have the private event room so it should be quiet enough for conversation, with plenty of room to get comfortable and enjoy each others company. This is a great opportunity to get to know some of your DCFF club mates a little better and swap some fish stories. You can come when you want, eat and drink if you want, mostly just share some camaraderie.

DCFF Christmas Party
2025-12-17 18:30 - 20:00 | Endris Lodge, 2404 Greentree Blvd, Clarksville, IN, 47129, United States
The December Club Meeting is a DCFF Christmas Party. This is a very nice social event and enjoyed by all. The location for this year’s party will be updated when the details have been confirmed.

The club provides non-alcoholic drinks, plates, cups, plasticware and napkins. Club members bring a dish to share. Alcoholic beverages are allowed at Endris Lodge, so BYO if so inclined. Spouses or significant others are encouraged to attend.

Board of Directors Meeting
2026-01-07 18:30 - 20:00, 2026-02-04 18:30 - 20:00, 2026-03-04 18:30 - 20:00 | Cabela’s, 5100 Norton Healthcare Blvd, Louisville, KY, 40241, United States
You don’t have to be a Board Member to attend. Everyone is welcome and encouraged to attend and contribute. The meeting starts at 6:30 PM and is over by 8:00 PM.

Come on out and see how your club is run. Give us your ideas and maybe consider getting involved (there are a number of opportunities to help out and you don’t have to be on the Board to do so.)
Afterwards we usually get together for some food, drink and socialization.

DCFF Kentuckiana Fly Show
2026-01-17 09:00 - 17:00 | Paroquet Springs Conference Center, 395 Paroquet Springs Dr, Shepherdsville, KY, 40165, United States
The Derby City Fly Fishers is proud to host the 19th Kentuckiana Fly Fishing Show on Saturday, January 17, 2026, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Paroquet Springs Conference Center located at 395 Paroquet Springs Drive, Shepherdsville, Ky. Google Map Link
Admission $10. Active Duty military and 17 and under are free.
The Kentuckiana Fly Show is focused on fly fishing and everything required to pursue the sport for beginners through accomplished anglers.

Over 40 vendors and exhibitors from surrounding states to make purchases or just ask questions.
Casting demonstrations and seminars on fly fishing will be presented throughout the day.
Fly tiers demonstrating the art and craft of fly tying.
“Kids Corner” where children of all ages are welcome to tie a fly that they can take with them. All tools and materials will be furnished free of charge.
Representatives from the Kentucky and Indiana Departments of Fish and Wildlife will be available to answer any questions concerning state fishing regulations and opportunities.
Casting instruction throughout the day for anyone interested in learning to cast a fly rod.

DCFF welcomes all to learn more about fly fishing and our website provides more information about our club, meetings, educational opportunities, trips for members, volunteer opportunities to support a number of organizations, and more.

Quest Outdoors Fly Tying
2026-01-17 10:30 - 12:00, 2026-02-21 10:30 - 12:00 | Quest Outdoors, 4600 Shelbyville Road, Louisville, KY, 40207, United States
The 3rd Saturday of Every Month. 10:30am to Noon

Quest Outdoors is pleased to announce they are resuming fly tying classes the 3rd Saturday of each month. Please call if you have any questions.

Monthly Meeting
2026-01-21 18:30 - 20:00 | Bass Pro – Clarksville, IN, 951 E. Lewis & Clark Parkway, Clarksville, IN, 47129, United States
Meetings are open to everyone, you do not have to be a member to attend. Typical format: 10-15 minute “Tackle Time” presentation on some aspect of Fly Fishing followed by a business segment to introduce new members and guests, take questions and get updates on fishing from attendees, announce/discuss upcoming events/trips, and conduct any required club business. All this is followed by a 30 – 45 minute presentation by a guest speaker on a fly fishing related topic.
This January’s predestination will be Ron Kornrumph, of Little Miami River Outfitters.

Ron is an avid river fly fisherman and fly tier who lives in Kentucky. Kentucky is home to Elkhorn Creek, which is otherwise known as “The Elkhorn” and is one of the top 50 smallmouth destinations in the United States. Ron also guides several smallmouth streams in rivers in southeast Indiana and Cincinnati.

**CANCELED*** Fly Tying - Cabela's
2026-01-28 18:30 - 20:00 | Cabela’s, 5100 Norton Healthcare Blvd, Louisville, KY, 40241, United States
Our Fly-Tying Classes are open to everyone – you do not have to be a member to attend. Generally, we tie one fly, but we tie it twice. An instructor demonstrates, step-by-step, how to tie the fly with accompanying video on a big screen TV so students can see each step.
Tools and materials are provided at no cost, but if you have your own tools feel free to bring them.
The January 28/29 Fly Tying Class (28 at L’ville BassPro, 29 at C’ville) will introduce what I think might be “The Dynamic Duo”. A Yellow Humpy as a strike indicator over a CK Nymph. I am anxious to try this setup on the Cumberland. Created in 1940 by Jack Horner in California, the Humpy was called the “Horner Deer Hair” or the “Goofus Bug” but renamed “The Humpy” in the Jackson Hole area. It is mostly deer and elk hair. The “CK Nymph” was created in 1961 by Chuck Kraft because “I was looking for a fly that would look like a lot of different kinds of nymphs.” The CK Nymph is that fly.

Beginners are welcome. There will be experienced tiers available to provide individual help.

***** CANCELED***** Fly Tying - Bass Pro
2026-01-29 18:30 - 20:00 | Bass Pro – Clarksville, IN, 951 E. Lewis & Clark Parkway, Clarksville, IN, 47129, United States

2026 Greater Cincinnati Fly Show
2026-02-07 09:00 - 16:00 | The Oasis Conference Center, 902 Loveland-Miamiville Road, Loveland, OH, 45140
2026 BUFF Fly Show. For information go to https://buckeyeflyfishers.com/fly-show/

Monthly Meeting
2026-02-18 18:30 - 20:00, 2026-03-18 18:30 - 20:00 | Bass Pro – Clarksville, IN, 951 E. Lewis & Clark Parkway, Clarksville, IN, 47129, United States
Meetings are open to everyone, you do not have to be a member to attend. Typical format: 10-15 minute “Tackle Time” presentation on some aspect of Fly Fishing followed by a business segment to introduce new members and guests, take questions and get updates on fishing from attendees, announce/discuss upcoming events/trips, and conduct any required club business. All this is followed by a 30 – 45 minute presentation by a guest speaker on a fly fishing related topic.
Information on the presentation for this meeting will be updated as the topic and speaker details are confirmed.

Otter Creek Trip
2026-02-20 - 2026-02-22 | Otter Creek Outdoor Recreation Area, Otter Creek Outdoor Recreation Area, KY, 40108, United States
Otter Creek Trip February 20th-22nd
Accommodations: Rustic bunk house located in the campground area Number of Spots available: 8
Cost: $60 a person Trip Coordinator: Mark Vincent, mark@derbycityflyfishers.com, (502) 500-1561.
Level 3 Trip: (See Trip Suitability for details). This is a DIY wade fishing trip, with access to the park provided. Please obey all fishing regulations. For those not familiar with Otter Creek it is located in Meade county about 30 minutes outside Louisville. Well stocked with Rainbow Trout and several access points if you are willing to hike a bit. Due to its proximity to Louisville, it does receive quite a bit of fishing pressure. Please pay close attention to the weather and bring appropriate clothing and gear.
Equipment: 2 to 6 weight fly rods. This is mostly a nymph stream, on occasion a good hatch will occur and dry fly action can be rewarding. Bring the usual fly patterns, too various to mention, keep in mind this is really not a beginner trip. Waders are a must, this is winter so wet wading could be detrimental to your health. Nets will increase your landing percentage and is much easier on the fish. Wading staff can be a good item to have as water could be cloudy depending on what type of weather we have leading up to the trip.
Fishing License and Permits: Kentucky fishing license is required. Make sure you purchase the license before you leave home as internet coverage can be inconsistent.
The Plan: You may arrive early on Friday (20th) and fish during the day. We will be having a community dinner that night. Saturday we’ll start with breakfast, fish during the day, and dinner that evening, time to be determined. If the weather permits campfire on Friday and Saturday nights is one of the highlights of the trip, be sure to bring a camp chair.
Check out is on Sunday you may fish as long as you like or until the park closes, whichever comes first. Cost of meals and lodging are included in the price, however lunch you will be on your own. Bring snacks and your choice of beverages for the weekend. We’ll be pitching in to assist with cooking and cleaning duties.
The bunkhouse has heat, electricity, no running water, no bathroom, and a small refrigerator. Please bring coolers for your drinks, lunch items, snacks etc. Access is provided within the campground to a heated shower house and bathrooms, bring your own towel and toiletries. You will need a sleeping bag, pillow, or whatever sleep system you prefer for a comfortable night sleep. There are 2-3 inch foam pads on each bunkbed, but they are not the most comfortable. If you have a sleeping pad to place on top of these mats we highly recommend bringing them along.
Ear plugs are not required but strongly encouraged.
More details will be delivered to those that sign up. If you have any questions about this trip please contact Mark Vincent (502) 500-1561.
Sign up here.

Fly Tying - Cabela's
2026-02-25 18:30 - 20:00 | Cabela’s, 5100 Norton Healthcare Blvd, Louisville, KY, 40241, United States
Our Fly-Tying Classes are open to everyone – you do not have to be a member to attend. Generally, we tie one fly, but we tie it twice. An instructor demonstrates, step-by-step, how to tie the fly with accompanying video on a big screen TV so students can see each step.
Tools and materials are provided at no cost, but if you have your own tools feel free to bring them.
Beginners are welcome. There will be experienced tiers available to provide individual help.
FEBRUARY FLY TYING will be lead by Wes Krupiczewicz. He will be tying two flies, the Utah Killer Bug:

Fly Tying - Bass Pro
2026-02-26 18:30 - 20:00 | Bass Pro – Clarksville, IN, 951 E. Lewis & Clark Parkway, Clarksville, IN, 47129, United States

Bass Pro / Cabela's Spring Classic Fly Tying Demo
2026-03-14 - 2026-03-15 | IN
Bass Pro’s Spring Fishing Classic is Saturday March 14 and Sunday March 15. They
have asked us to set up fly tying demos Saturday 10am to 2pm and Sunday 12pm
to 4pm. Now, before you say “is it worth the time?” consider this. Bass Pro stores
in Clarksville and Louisville are critical to DCFF, providing meeting space for
general meeting, monthly board meetings, monthly fly tying and 5 th Wednesday
FF 101, about 25 times a year, NO CHARGE! Without their help, we would be in a
heap of hurt. Please help show our appreciation by signing for a shift by clicking here.

St. Patrick's Day Group Outing
2026-03-14 15:00 - 17:00 | Wick’s Pizza Parlor, 975 Baxter Ave, Louisville, 40204
Saturday March 14th / 3:00 – 5:00 pm (parade time, get there earlier to get a spot)
Wick’s Pizza Parlor
975 Baxter Avenue — Louisville, KY
On Saturday, March 14th your DCFF club members will once again be gathering outside of Wick’s Pizza Parlor at 975 Baxter Ave, Louisville KY for the 53nd annual St. Patrick’s Parade.
The parade start time if 3:00 pm but plan to get there much earlier to ensure you get a front row spot for optimal viewing opportunities. In the past, members bring chairs, blankets , appetizers, and beverages to enjoying during the festivities. In addition, some members will order pizzas at Wick’s during the parade and eat street side. In the case of inclement weather and the need to cancel our attendance we will make that announcement on the DCFF club home page Saturday morning .
Hope to see you there.
For any questions, please contact Sean Chandler at vicepres@derbycityflyfishing.com

Westover Farms Trip, Steelville MO
2026-03-16 - 2026-03-20 | Westover Farms, 546 Missouri BB, Steelville, MO, 65565, United States
March 16 – March 20 (Monday – Friday)
Coordinator: George Tipker, george@derbycityflyfishers.com, 502-594-2066 Jeff Moore 502-386-7958 newsletter@derbycityflyfishers.com
Location: Westover Farms, 546 Highway BB, Steelville, Missouri 65565 – (573) 743-6284 (Approx. 1 ½ hour southwest of St. Louis, MO) (drive time approx. 6 hours). Website link: http://westoverfarms.com/
Trip Level: This is a Level 2 trip(see Trip Suitability for details.) This is a wading trip and/or bank fishing. Wading and access to fishing locations are very accommodating. Participants should be self-reliant fly fishers. Individuals are responsible for determining the suitability of this trip with respect to their skill level and expectations. While this is not a beginner trip, it is an opportunity for anyone who does not need one one one help to trout fish in a beautiful resort setting.
Description: Meandering across almost six hundred acres of Westover property, miles of spring-fed waters offer year-round access to some of the best trout fishing in Missouri. Westover Farms is known as one of the best
places to fly fish in Missouri year-round. Westover Farms is a private remote fishing resort with its own trout hatchery.
Lodging/Accommodations: The Homes At Westover are century-old, hand-hewn log and stone houses, purchased, disassembled and transported throughout Missouri before being rebuilt on the Westover property. The antique, but modern, feel of these secluded homes creates a luxury lodging experience at one of the finest Missouri getaways.
Amenities: Wi-Fi, Satellite, TV, Woodburning Fireplace, Towels & Linens, Eco-Friendly Soap & Shampoo. Fully Stocked Kitchen: Includes a full-sized oven, electric stove, refrigerator, microwave, dishwasher and granite countertops.
Depending on number of attendees, we will most likely be staying in the Spring House and the connecting Branch. Everyone will have open access to the Spring House and will be our main gathering area. In the Branch each upscale room is equipped with its own small refrigerator, microwave and coffee pot (bring your favorite K-cups if you prefer coffee made in your room).
In an effort to keep the trip cost down, participants may be asked to share a king bed.
Meals: We will have group Breakfasts (Tue -Thur) and group dinners (Mon-Thur). Participants will be responsible for your own lunch meals. Looking for volunteers for meal prep. We will stop in route in Steelville, MO at the
Country Mart Grocery to procure any food items we think we will need. Bringing snacks, chips, sweets, “shareables”, is always nice.
Weather in March: Temps can range from average lows 35-40 degrees to average highs around 55 degrees.
The Fishing: Monday afternoon/eve, Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday. You may fish all day Friday as well, but check out is Friday AM and most participants will travel home Friday, foregoing fishing. In addition to the multiple fishable tributaries originating from the large spring on the property, there is a natural stream, Dry Creek, that flows though the property. (as a general point of guesstimate reference, Dry Creek is probably just slightly less in size and water volume than our Otter Creek in KY) Staying at Westover Farms allows private access to 2 miles of this trout filled stream. There is also a small spring fed trout lake on the property. Westover Farms has a fishing policy that restricts the total number of fishers on the entire property to just 25 maximum per day. All fishing locations (either fishing the spring, or Dry Creek (2 mile distance)) are easily walked to, which means we can walk back to the house and eat, drink, snack, warm up, and rest, whenever we want(to take a break, eat lunch, dinner etc) .
Stream side fishing and wading is the norm. (bring waders and wading staffs). Felt soled wading boots ARE allowed, its private property! (all other public waters in Missouri ban felt soles and only rubber soles are permitted in the state. Spikes ARE allowed no matter what, of course)). A Missouri fishing license is NOT required at Westover (it’s included in our stay). Otherwise daily passes to fish at Westover are $60/day for the general public. Note: Westover is closed to public fishing on Tuesdays, however since we are lodging on the premises, our stay allows our group to fish on
Tuesday.
The Gear: Three to six weight rods, reels and lines work well. Trout flies and indicator fishing/dead drifting /nymphing is predominantly the most productive fly fishing technique. High sticking can also be productive. If spring hatches are prevalent, then top water gets good attention.
Transportation: Carpooling is the norm. Details will be worked out among
participants and/or trip coordinator.
The trip requires a release signature and is limited to 14 participants. Click here to register.
